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Extensive LA-area fires altered blood proteins in firefighters, raising health concerns

A new study found that firefighters exposed to the Palisades and other fires had changes in their immune system and inflammatory response protein pathways.

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U of A Superfund Research Center secures $14.8M NIEHS grant to combat hazardous dust effects in Southwest

The center was established in 1989 and has been continuously funded by the National Institutes of Health since 1997.

Read more at University of Arizona News

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Biosphere 2 director honored by French government

Joaquin Ruiz, a renowned leader in U of A research for more than 40 years, has been named chevalier in the French National Order of Merit.

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U of A scientists link calorie restriction, glucagon, healthy aging

A team from the Division of Endocrinology found that treatment with glucagon may induce similar metabolic benefits as caloric restriction, potentially slowing aging.

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U of A epidemiologist works to improve domestic violence screening for pregnant women

Dec. 17, 2024

Marcelino A. Perez III

At just 17 years old, U of A graduate hopes to get a jump-start on giving back

Dec. 16, 2024

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How millennials are thinking about retirement in the face of climate stress

Dec. 16, 2024

Outstanding Undergraduate Research Awardee Daniel Cervantes

Challenging Narratives Through History Research: SBS Outstanding Undergraduate Research Awardee Daniel Cervantes

Dec. 12, 2024

In this AI-generated illustration of Earth at the dawn of life, a distant volcano towers over a barren, shallow ocean shore. It is possible the earliest life forms evolved in such environments.

Study sheds light on origin of genetic code

Dec. 12, 2024

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Trial by fire: U of A-developed tool cuts through the noise in wildfire management

Dec. 11, 2024

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Nine students honored with Centennial Achievement Awards

Dec. 11, 2024

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Two U of A innovators elected to the National Academy of Inventors

Dec. 10, 2024

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U of A to lead $12M study on underground carbon storage in Arizona

Dec. 9, 2024

Bear Down and Vote

U of A earns recognition for student voting engagement

Dec. 5, 2024

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U of A engineers tackle energy usage in semiconductor technology

Dec. 5, 2024

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New U of A postdoctoral researcher uses satellite data to examine climate risks in U.S. prisons

Dec. 5, 2024

This image shows a woman sleeping in bed while using a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine for sleep apnea treatment. She is lying on her side with a nasal mask connected to the machine on a bedside table, surrounded by soft, patterned bedding.

Peer support could help millions with sleep apnea slumber easier, study finds

Dec. 4, 2024

François Lanoë sitting in an archaeological excavation site holding a jawbone

How did humans and dogs become friends? Connections in the Americas began 12,000 years ago

Dec. 4, 2024

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Award-Winning Oral History Project Reflects Vaccine Hesitancy Across Generations

Dec. 2, 2024

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ADOT launches tri-university Arizona Transportation Institute

Nov. 22, 2024

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U of A research successes, financial improvements highlighted at ABOR meeting

Nov. 21, 2024

This image shows a woman smiling while working in a laboratory setting, looking into the eyepiece of a microscope. A computer screen in the background displays a vibrant, microscopic image, likely of a biological sample, alongside laboratory equipment and notes on the desk.

Study identifies potential new drug for Parkinson's-related cognitive decline, dementia

Nov. 21, 2024

A solar flare erupts from the sun's surface in this image captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory

When trees 'talk:' Researchers probe ancient wood for clues about massive solar storms

Nov. 20, 2024

Soil

Hydrologists to transform climate projections with microbial data and artificial intelligence

Nov. 19, 2024

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U of A center blends training and tradition to support health care providers in Native American communities

Nov. 19, 2024

Arden Holloway

Innovation Circle Student Spotlight: Arden Holloway

Nov. 18, 2024

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Math tutoring program prepares Native American students for STEM careers

Nov. 18, 2024

Ofelia Zepeda and Andrew McNair

Speaking to Community

Nov. 15, 2024